Leading the Minneapolis office of Performa, offering integrated architecture, engineering, and design where our client interactions deliver transformational outcomes.

Hollis' experience augmented the strong leadership team within Faith Group, working out of their Minneapolis, MN office, with operational responsibility for their Atlanta, Philadelphia, and Minneapolis offices.

Hollis joined the AKF Group in 2010, providing over 30 years of experience in building mechanical and electrical system design and application. As a nationally recognized sustainable champion, he has been involved in over six million square feet of sustainable projects seeking/achieving LEED certification.Throughout his tenure with AKF Group Hollis lead the growth of the Minneapolis office and developed a talented team of engineers and designers working on projects throughout the United States and internationally.

Executive staff member who participates in the development and implementation of companywide business strategies and operation. Directly reporting to the President, responsible for oversight and execution of assigned operations programs nationwide. Operational level responsibilities for engineering and busines innovative manner while providing quality services through a highly qualified and experienced staff of professionals in numerous office locations.

Management of mechanical and electrical engineering efforts for Opus A&E servicing all Opus regions nationwide.Provide professional services for large- and medium-sized projects with accountability for project management including developing and coordinating project requirements, developing and implementing recommendations focused on improving efficiencies and cost controls in areas encompassing systems implementation, productivity, project delivery, maintenance and general operations. Develop and implement improved internal controls. Recruit and mentor talented engineers to drive the company's strategic plan. Identify actual and potential problem areas and implement solutions to ensure maximum effectiveness. Draw on resource networks in related industries, agencies and professional organizations to assist in meeting professional needs. Effectively manage time and multiple tasks to consistently meet deadlines within established budgets and project goals. Foster and maintain excellent staff, customer and community relations. • Developed and implemented Opus’ energy modeling process for LEED® projects • Established design parameters to provide 49% energy cost savings from 90.1-2004 baseline for Opus Corporate Center Expansion• Involved in over 25 projects seeking / achieving LEED® certification from eco-charette through LEED® design and construction submittals• Developed and implemented internal software application for tracking project budgets, submittals, and other relevant project information; in use for over six years• Developed and presented training programs for LEED®, procurement process, and systems application nationwide

Managing of mechanical engineering efforts for projects nationwide.